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2 women found dead in apparent murder-suicide at Fort Worth apartment, police say
FWPD said homicide detectives are investigating.
Slim chance of rain, storms for DFW ahead of State Fair of Texas opening weekend
Temperatures stay warm this weekend for the State Fair of Texas, with highs in the 90s each day and plenty of clouds.
Bueckers scores 25, Shepard has triple double as Wings beat Storm 103-91
Dallas secures the No. 7 seed and caps a record-setting turnaround with its seventh win in eight games.
Judge blocks White House ban on news outlets, but reporters still denied access
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, but access has not yet been restored.
Texas voter registration backlog raises questions weeks before November election
A state system problem has delayed an unknown number of Texas voter registration records, some of which date back to October 2025.
Semien hits tiebreaking HR against Rangers as Mets win 7-2
Marcus Semien hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning against his former team and Brett Baty added a pinch-hit grand slam in the ninth as the New York Mets beat the Texas Rangers 7-2.
Suspect in 2021 Dallas killing arrested in Mexico after nearly 5 years, police say
Sergio Maas, 22, was fatally shot during an attempted catalytic converter theft from his vehicle, authorities said.
61-year-old man missing for nearly 2 weeks found safe at Dallas train station, family says
Dallas police said Wednesday night that the 61-year-old man with autism, who had been missing for nearly two weeks, has been found safe.
HWY 287 to be closed for week after deadly garbage truck crash, police say
Highway 287 is closed in both directions after a garbage truck hit a bridge overpass, killing the driver Wednesday night, officials said.
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Slim chance of rain, storms for DFW ahead of State Fair of Texas opening weekend
Temperatures stay warm this weekend for the State Fair of Texas, with highs in the 90s each day and plenty of clouds.
Slim storm chances ahead of warm opening weekend for the State Fair of Texas
Temperatures will be in the 90s on Thursday, with a 10% chance of rain and storms across North Texas. However, as the weekend begins, expect it to be hot and mostly dry.
Mostly hot and dry for DFW until next week
The State Fair of Texas opens Friday, and we're looking at a hot but relatively less humid opening day.
A fall front is on the way to North Texas
A stronger and deeper upper-level disturbance is expected to approach the Southern Plains around the middle of next week. At the same time, moisture will increase across North Texas.
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Texas Attorney General candidates share thoughts on Flock camera concerns
Public backlash to Flock cameras and other license plate readers has increased in recent months in Texas and across the country.
Will new super PAC money help Paxton slow Talarico's momentum?
Before the convention, President Trump's super PAC, MAGA Inc., pledged to spend $10 million in ads on Paxton's behalf.
Relatives of victims of deadly mid-air collision between airliner and army helicopter push for new law to prevent similar tragedy
On Capitol Hill this week, victims' families urged Congress to take action more than a year and a half after various cameras caught the horrific mid-air collision between the Army Blackhawk helicopter and American Airlines flight 5342 near Reagan National Airport in Washington, DC.
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Trump shares more details on $5,000 dividends in exclusive interview
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink spoke with President Trump for an exclusive interview during the president's visit to North Texas.
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Fort Worth ISD launches "Car Line Blitz" to hear directly from parents
Fort Worth ISD board members will visit 13 campuses to encourage parents to participate in a districtwide survey.
North Texas charter school uses online classes to stay open under new state law
As a result of new legislation, Treetops School International reopened grades 7-12, but with some changes.
Amid budget woes, Fort Worth ISD convocation cost nearly $200,000
As of June 23, the school board voted to adopt a nearly $1 billion budget, which includes a $49.8 million deficit.
Fort Worth ISD sees spike in late teacher resignations
The district said they've received dozens of late resignations, several of which will be reported to the state for contract abandonment.
TEA releases school district reports cards; Fort Worth ISD shows some improvement
Austin ISD had two schools score their fifth consecutive failing grade, triggering a potential state takeover.
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Slim storm chances ahead of warm opening weekend for the State Fair of Texas
Temperatures will be in the 90s on Thursday, with a 10% chance of rain and storms across North Texas. However, as the weekend begins, expect it to be hot and mostly dry.
Inside look at McKinney National Airport as it prepares to begin Avelo Airlines flights in November
Houston-based airline Avelo is the first and only carrier so far with an agreement to fly from McKinney National Airport. The airport will begin flights in November.
Judge temporarily blocks Trump's ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico; White House access restored
A federal judge has temporarily blocked senior Trump administration officials from barring CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House and said their journalists' press credentials must be immediately restored.
Investigation underway after 3 found dead inside Flower Mound home, police say
Officers were called to the 10700 block of Sunrise Circle when two residents failed to show up for work and family members could not reach them.
Highway 287 remains closed after fatal garbage truck crash into Fort Worth bridge, officials say
The truck was exiting the highway when it struck several supporting pillars of the highway bridge over Erath Street, Fort Worth FD said. The driver was ejected and declared dead on the scene.
Beyond the Border
Trump administration begins building border wall in Texas' Big Bend region
CBP said in a statement that "border wall panel installation is underway" in a 47-mile stretch known as Big Bend 1.
Border project work paused in Big Bend as residents vow to keep fighting
Residents in the area first reported contractors with heavy machinery moving into the area in early August.
DACA renewal processing delays leave many across country in limbo
DACA recipients across the country have lost work authorization due to backlogs.
Confusion continues in Big Bend region over border wall plans
Since early 2026, a bipartisan coalition of local residents in the Big Bend region has banded together to fight against a border wall in the area.
Dilley residents' opinions split on living near controversial immigration detention facility
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Fort Worth DACA recipient on edge awaiting work authorization ruling
An ongoing legal case threatens to strip work authorization from tens of thousands of Texas DACA recipients.
How the U.S. immigration landscape looks more than a year into President Trump's second term
More than a year into his second term, President Trump has maintained an aggressive approach to immigration.
North Texas pastor forced to self-deported could return sooner than thought after change in visa policy
Pastor Albert Oliveira said that prayers were definitely answered for him and for thousands of foreign-born religious workers who are caught up in a visa backlog.
How more Texas law enforcement agencies are working with federal immigration authorities
While the 287(g) program isn't new, it's dramatically grown in Texas over the past 12 months.
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More than half a million Texans have lost SNAP. Who's helping feed hungry kids?
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Mysterious document uncovers another weird twist in charity's collapse
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
700 railroad crossings used by Texas school buses lack safety gates
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
Could tiny data centers be coming to your backyard?
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Texas public schools in bind over new Bible study law
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
How a national Christian group influenced a new Texas law
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
Prosper PD reverses discipline for detectives who reported affair
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
Even after a kidnapper's life sentence, hunt for more victims continues
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
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Can $51 million in GOP ads help Ken Paxton beat James Talarico in Texas?
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson breaks down the escalating Texas U.S. Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico. With Republican groups pouring millions into ads supporting Paxton, can the spending and negative messaging change the race, or will voters stay focused on the economy and cost of living?
Nathan Johnson on Texas Flock cameras and the fight over privacy
Should Texas continue using Flock license plate cameras, or do they give law enforcement too much power to track people? Democratic Texas Attorney General candidate and Dallas state Sen. Nathan Johnson sits down one-on-one with Eye on Politics to discuss the growing debate over Flock cameras and automated license plate readers.
Mayes Middleton on Texas Flock cameras and the fight over privacy
Should Texas continue using Flock license plate cameras, or do they pose too great a risk to Texans' privacy? Republican Texas Attorney General candidate and state Sen. Mayes Middleton sits down one-on-one with Jack Fink to discuss the growing controversy surrounding Flock cameras and automated license plate readers across Texas.
UT Austin graduate RC Danle discusses controversy involving Bo French's racially charged X post
Texas ex, RC Danle, reacts to the controversy involving Bo French's racially charged X post, which showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game. Damle was the first Southeast Asian American to become the International President of a nationwide fraternity, for Delta Chi Fraternity. "For those that spoke up, thank you. For those that haven't, shame on you."
Rosenthal says Commissioner opponent French is a "Christian nationalist", "self-avowed" after X post
Jon Rosenthal, Democratic Candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, discusses the controversy surrounding his opponent, Bo French's, widely condemned post on X. The racially charged X post from French showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game. He also discusses his campaign for office and priorities should he be elected.
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Semien hits tiebreaking HR against Rangers as Mets win 7-2
Marcus Semien hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning against his former team and Brett Baty added a pinch-hit grand slam in the ninth as the New York Mets beat the Texas Rangers 7-2.
Cowboys, Ravens dealing with injuries for game in Brazil
We now have a good idea of who won't be playing for the Cowboys on Sunday in Rio de Janeiro against the Baltimore Ravens.
How the Dallas Cowboys plan to handle travel for their game in Brazil
The game will be played in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the first-ever NFL game in the city.
Texas school district cancels remainder of varsity football schedule
A statement on the district's Facebook page shared a plan for junior high school and junior varsity games to continue.
Dallas Wings' 6-game winning streak snapped with loss to Phoenix Mercury
Phoenix forced a difficult shot at the buzzer as Paige Bueckers' 3-point attempt did not hit the rim.
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Skiing in North Texas...who knew? From summer camps to date nights, hit the slopes at Happy Ski School.
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2 women found dead in apparent murder-suicide at Fort Worth apartment, police say
FWPD said homicide detectives are investigating.
Slim chance of rain, storms for DFW ahead of State Fair of Texas opening weekend
Temperatures stay warm this weekend for the State Fair of Texas, with highs in the 90s each day and plenty of clouds.
Bueckers scores 25, Shepard has triple double as Wings beat Storm 103-91
Dallas secures the No. 7 seed and caps a record-setting turnaround with its seventh win in eight games.
Judge blocks White House ban on news outlets, but reporters still denied access
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, but access has not yet been restored.
Texas voter registration backlog raises questions weeks before November election
A state system problem has delayed an unknown number of Texas voter registration records, some of which date back to October 2025.
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More than half a million Texans have lost SNAP. Who's helping feed hungry kids?
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Mysterious document uncovers another weird twist in charity's collapse
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
700 railroad crossings used by Texas school buses lack safety gates
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Could tiny data centers be coming to your backyard?
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
How local donations fuel a Christian nonprofit that's quickly spreading in Texas
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
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Judge blocks White House ban on news outlets, but reporters still denied access
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, but access has not yet been restored.
Navy reports 8 suicide attempts on carrier group that faced monthslong deployment
There have been eight suicide attempts across the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group since the beginning of its grueling monthslong deployment last year, Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said.
How President Trump's influence has changed Texas politics
Four seminal moments prove how the soul of the state's Republican party has transformed from Bush to Trump.
DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism"
The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."
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Oil prices back up as U.S. and Iran trade threats to expand 7-month war
As Iran responds to Trump's threat of annihilation with its own warning of a possible "new front" in the war, global oil prices are rising again.
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Target reports stronger-than-expected sales under new CEO
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
California to provide 400 free diapers for newborns at dozens of hospitals
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries moves headquarters to Texas after 17 years in Philadelphia area
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Nearly 30 years after a federal safety warning, another gas explosion raises questions in Lake Dallas
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Driverless taxi company Zoox to begin testing in Dallas
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
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What most people get wrong about GLP-1 drugs
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Tuberculosis investigation at MacArthur High School ongoing
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
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Republican Midterm Convention security measures impact nearby Dallas businesses
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
Six Flags corporate headquarters to return to Arlington, Texas
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
Plano City Council votes to put Dallas Stars arena funding plan on November ballot
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
Mary Kay brings iconic pink tradition to Fort Worth while thriving in the digital age
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
The Hub in Allen closes for renovation and rebrand
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
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Semien hits tiebreaking HR against Rangers as Mets win 7-2
Marcus Semien hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning against his former team and Brett Baty added a pinch-hit grand slam in the ninth as the New York Mets beat the Texas Rangers 7-2.
Cowboys, Ravens dealing with injuries for game in Brazil
We now have a good idea of who won't be playing for the Cowboys on Sunday in Rio de Janeiro against the Baltimore Ravens.
How the Dallas Cowboys plan to handle travel for their game in Brazil
The game will be played in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the first-ever NFL game in the city.
Texas school district cancels remainder of varsity football schedule
A statement on the district's Facebook page shared a plan for junior high school and junior varsity games to continue.
Dallas Wings' 6-game winning streak snapped with loss to Phoenix Mercury
Phoenix forced a difficult shot at the buzzer as Paige Bueckers' 3-point attempt did not hit the rim.
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Dolly Parton's estate granted restraining order against her nephew
A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose, autopsy finds
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Converse pulls sneaker ad after critics say it uses racist imagery
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, dies at 27
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
